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Central Asheville

Downtown Asheville is vibrant with exciting nightlife, art galleries, live music, unique retail shops, and outstanding eateries, and the distinctive architecture found there provides an appealing backdrop with its Art Deco, Neoclassical and Romanesque Revival designs. 

The new Pack Square Park in the city’s center is home to multiple music and art events year-round and the Grove Arcade is home to many wonderful restaurants and boutique shops.  Lofts and condominiums abound and are located across downtown along with an array of choices from old to new.  Many of them have impressive views and due to the limited numbers that come onto the market, prices generally start around $300,000 and go up from there.  You can also find older homes within the Central Business District that are within walking distance of all downtown activities.

 

The Montford district which was originally developed in the 1890's is located just blocks from downtown Asheville. One of Asheville’s prominent neighborhoods, it was home to doctors, lawyers and businessmen of that day, and Biltmore House architect Richard Sharp Smith designed many of their houses.  However, in the 1930’s, Montford fell into decline until the mid-1990’s when folks willing to renovate and restore began discovering Montford. Designated as a Historic District 1981, Montford is now a community alive with an active community association that takes pride in its past as well as its revival. In Montford you will find many of the B&B's and historic homes along with those still needing to be refurbished and new urbanism homes being built on remaining lots in the neighborhood.

Adjacent to Montford is Asheville’s Broadway Corridor and Five Points neighborhoods. There you will find 1920’s and 30’s vintage bungalow style homes close to all downtown amenities as well as popular grocers Trader Joe’s and Whole Food’s Greenlife.

Most Recent Central Asheville Listings

$850,000
3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4408207 MLS ⋅ 2,379 SqFt. ⋅ COMING SOON Status
Live the quintessential Asheville lifestyle in this inviting Montford home, perfectly positioned just minutes from downtown. Start your morning with coffee at All Day Darling, enjoy dinner at Tall John's or Nine Mile, then hop on the greenway for an easy bike ride to the River Arts District. With sidewalks, restaurants, breweries, and parks nearby, this location is hard to beat! Relax on the welcoming covered front porch or unwind on one of two spacious back decks overlooking the fenced side yard and charming garden terrace. Harvest your own tomatoes, peppers, squash, carrots, and potatoes while enjoying a private outdoor retreat. Inside, the flexible lower level offers endless possibilities for a second living area, home office, workout room, studio, or playroom. A large unfinished storage room on this level, along with a walk-in crawl space, provides abundant space for bikes, outdoor gear, tools, and seasonal items.

118 Houston Street, Asheville

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. evelyn@livinginasheville.com
$985,000
7 Beds ⋅ 4408400 MLS ⋅ 4,152 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Come make this Grand Dame your own or turn it into a fabulous investment in one of Asheville's most popular in-town neighborhoods! Elegant, large living spaces with high ceilings on main level, as well as a massive side covered porch. Wood floors throughout most of home. 3 separate units (see floor plan for details), or could be converted back to stately single family, or possibly large 3-story with an in-law suite below (764 sf). Wonderful, walking neighborhood in Montford-- walkable to restaurants and downtown Asheville. Large lot. Plenty of off street parking. New roof in 2025. Priced well below current tax value!

174 Pearson Drive, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown. marie.morris@allentate.com
$985,000
7 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4408407 MLS ⋅ 4,149 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Come make this Grand Dame shine as your own or turn it into a fabulous investment in one of Asheville's most popular in-town neighborhoods! Elegant, large living spaces with high ceilings on main level, as well as a massive side covered porch. Wood floors throughout most of home. 3 separate units (see floor plan for details), or could be converted back to stately single family, or possibly large 3-story with an in-law suite below (764 sf). Wonderful, walking neighborhood in Montford-- stroll to restaurants and downtown Asheville. Large lot. Plenty of off-street parking. New roof in 2025. Priced well below current tax value. Create your dream and build your equity!

174 Pearson Drive, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown. marie.morris@allentate.com
$998,500
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4373933 MLS ⋅ 2,558 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Showings Start Thursday 7/23 - Tucked away on a quiet side street in the heart of Montford, this 1927 American Foursquare is elevated above the street and shaped by generations of thoughtful, creative owners. Just blocks from downtown Asheville, it offers privacy, generous rooms, an adaptable floor plan, a screened porch overlooking the gardens, and outdoor spaces that reveal themselves gradually. Major investments have already been made, including a standing-seam metal roof, solar panels, and a new HVAC system. Classic architecture, generous proportions, and nearly 2,550 square feet provide a strong foundation for what comes next. Four generously sized bedrooms are located upstairs, while a main-level room could serve as guest space, home office, den, creative workspace, or potential additional bedroom. The upstairs bedrooms are especially distinctive, with wall-mounted sconces, walk-in closets, and adjoining bonus spaces suited to offices, dressing rooms, reading nooks, or other uses. A private balcony off the upstairs hall adds another quiet place to step outside and take in the setting. Beyond the interior, the property continues to unfold. A 325-square-foot screened porch serves as an outdoor living room overlooking a private backyard with mature plantings and a full privacy fence. Peek-a-boo mountain views emerge through the summer foliage, opening to broader seasonal views in winter. A powered and cooled studio with its own deck creates space for art, work, music, or quiet escape, while a large Japanese-style cedar soaking tub adds another distinctive element to the garden. The street-to-street lot includes shared driveway access to the rear, with potential to explore additional off-street parking. The character is already here—in the architecture, the gardens, the unexpected spaces, and the imprint of those who have loved the house before. Now it is ready for new owners to add their own creative layer to its story.

3 Woodlawn Avenue, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Unique: A Real Estate Collective. troyw@uniquecollective.us
$575,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4402670 MLS ⋅ 1,195 SqFt. ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This rare top-floor, end-of-hall unit sits on a sunlit southwest corner in the South Slope, one of Asheville’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Step outside and you’re steps from the city’s best breweries, restaurants, and live entertainment — with downtown just a short walk away. The thoughtfully designed split-bedroom layout offers privacy and flexibility, ideal for guests or a home office. Inside, enjoy 9-foot ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary suite features a soaking tub and walk-in closet, while the private deck offers mountain views — perfect for soaking in Asheville’s vibrant energy right outside your door. 175 S Lexington Ave is the last block of Lexington Station offering convenience with a quieter feel. Chai Pani and Xica are 2 minutes away. The Orange Peel is one street over on Biltmore Ave. Enjoy dinner and a show with ease. Never search for downtown parking again. The basement garage offers a secured deeded parking space. Hometrust Stadium is very close by as well if you are in the mood for a ball game. The hardwood floors throughout this condo create a warm feel. Fresh paint job throughout and freshly cleaned The large owners suite with generous walk in closet and soaking tub is impressive. Large living room space offers versatility for furniture layout. Space for dining table or use the large breakfast bar. Cherry finish cabinets with dark granite countertops pair well with the oak hardwood floors. Well priced for the location and quality. Liberal pet policy allows 2 pets with no real size restrictions. Your fur babies are welcome! See this one soon.

175 S Lexington Avenue Unit #303, Asheville

Listing courtesy of DRG Homes & Land. sandra@dwellavl.com
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